Mac Mini vs iMac? Is it even worth it? Really Apple?
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The best way to answer the question is not necessarily to look at the specs first but to ask yourself what will it be used for. Once that is established, then the spec comparison becomes much easier.
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Not familiar with Mac availability. Only know that it's worth about $9.95 at the most.
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I have an iMac but am not certain what year I got it. But I had to upgrade to 4 gigs (I couldn't add more than that) and buy the windows program to go with it. I have been as happy with it as with any new computer workings. My iMac sometimes runs slow and I must delete temp files etc to keep it efficient.
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Yep, that's how I have mine setup on mac mini, this 8 + stock 2. Go for it.
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if you can't wait without having the computer i would definitely wait....who knows what Macworld is going to bring us. I have been waiting since August to buy a MBP or MB (first, it was leopard and now i have been fine living without one so I might as well see what's new.)
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Yes to both questions (we are using a newer mac - just to put that out there)
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Sorry, I was too brief before from my phone. My Mac mini came with OS 10.9.1, which is Mavericks, I believe. I think all of the Mac Minis being shipped from Apple are currently shipping with Mavericks. The units Amazon's vendors are shipping may be pre-Mavericks, and I do not know if there is an upgrade fee. I went to the Apple web site and there was an update screen that popped right up to go to Mavericks, but I do not know if it is free.
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yes! I use it quite often and yes you need the mac version. It's also retina ready too so make sure you actually BUY photoshop so you can upgrade it so it's retina ready since it's kind of a new update.
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I'm not complaining, I already have Leopard installed on my iBook and I really like it. I want to receive the iMac with Leopard installed so I can start working from the get-go. I just assume because Amazon is out of stock now that they are waiting for Apple to ship them iMacs with Leopard installed already.
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Wasted my money, not much, but my last ditch effort before moving to a Mac. I have not retreated my choice to move from Windows 7. HATED Windows 8 without a touch screen, but then you have gorilla arm. Also, my Mac Air is cool as a cucumber on my lap, no need for a cooling fan.
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DAB, just read your reply, I've been debating the same issue. My plan is for video and photo editing, along with music recording. I think I'll need the extra HD space and the GPU would be handy. I think you just convinced me. But I'm waiting until after August 2010 to see if there are new iMacs being announced.
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Macintosh in general are very easy to use. You may want to play around with one before you buy. Plus there are some Q&A; on Apple's website on how the differentiate from PC's. Once you start using a Mac, you will not want to go back to your PC
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Just read this and wanted to mention that the apple monitor on the imac is much higher resolution than any 300 dollar 27 monitor you could pick up for the mini. so if you want as high def as the imac you will have to either get an apple monitor or a better quality monitor for around 8-900 dollars. if you will be running at slightly lower resolution as some people do, than you can go with a cheaper monitor and its not a bad deal. but ya, the mini is not as powerful as the imac either.
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The mac mini having an i3 is a possibility. It has consistently lagged behind iMac/macbook pro technology though, so I think an i5 is too high-powered to expect out of what apple views as their lowest-end model. I can even see them (if they use sandybridge) using the new integrated graphics rather than giving it a new, real GPU.The Air is interesting; right now there is a neglibable cost difference between the Air and a 13" Mac Pro with a 128SSD, but a huge performance boost in the Mac Pro. So it faces tough competition after a few months of being amazing.The mini and the ipad are utterly different markets. The mac mini having an i3 is a possibility. It has consistently lagged behind iMac/macbook pro technology though, so I think an i5 is too high-powered to expect out of what apple views as their lowest-end model. I can even see them (if they use sandybridge) using the new integrated graphics rather than giving it a new, real GPU.The Air is interesting; right now there is a neglibable cost difference between the Air and a 13" Mac Pro with a 128SSD, but a huge performance boost in the Mac Pro. So it faces tough competition after a few months of being amazing.The... » Read More The mac mini having an i3 is a possibility. It has consistently lagged behind iMac/macbook pro technology though, so I think an i5 is too high-powered to expect out of what apple views as their lowest-end model. I can even see them (if they use sandybridge) using the new integrated graphics rather than giving it a new, real GPU.The Air is interesting; right now there is a neglibable cost difference between the Air and a 13" Mac Pro with a 128SSD, but a huge performance boost in the Mac Pro. So it faces tough competition after a few months of being amazing.The mini and the ipad are utterly different markets. « Show Less
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Not having a MAC, I researched and found on the Amazon site where I purchased mine: For Business Presentations & Personal Media Sharing, USB Plug 'n Play instant set up; Apple Mac and PC Compatible. Also, additional features include adjustable tripod, 1280x800 VGA input support, 1920x1080 HDMI support, Micro SD Card slot, USB port, composite video input, and 3.5mm headphone jack. Our show season is starting next week, and although we've tested it, I don't remember the wireless part...Sorry about that part! But it's a great little machine. The 2.2 lb. shipping really refers to the 1 1/2 lb. box! This little guy is phenomenally light!! Not having a MAC, I researched and found on the Amazon site where I purchased mine: For Business Presentations & Personal Media Sharing, USB Plug 'n Play instant set up; Apple Mac and PC Compatible. Also, additional features include adjustable tripod, 1280x800 VGA input support, 1920x1080 HDMI support, Micro SD Card slot, USB port, composite video input, and 3.5mm headphone jack. Our show season is starting next week, and although we've tested it, I don't remember the wireless part...Sorry about that part! But it's a great little machine. The 2.2 lb. shipping really refers to the 1 1/2 lb.... » Read More Not having a MAC, I researched and found on the Amazon site where I purchased mine: For Business Presentations & Personal Media Sharing, USB Plug 'n Play instant set up; Apple Mac and PC Compatible. Also, additional features include adjustable tripod, 1280x800 VGA input support, 1920x1080 HDMI support, Micro SD Card slot, USB port, composite video input, and 3.5mm headphone jack. Our show season is starting next week, and although we've tested it, I don't remember the wireless part...Sorry about that part! But it's a great little machine. The 2.2 lb. shipping really refers to the 1 1/2 lb. box! This little guy is phenomenally light!! « Show Less
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I've been running Lion for a few days now. I don't find it worth even the $30 Apple is charging for it. It seems a determined attempt on behalf of Mr. Jobs to make everything, including Macs, look and function as an iPad. Enough already. If I want an iPad, I'll use an iPad. I'm trying to run a decent laptop here, and Lion's trying to dumb things down to a tablet level. My advice is to stick with Snow Leopard.
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The next generation of mac minis (which should be here in maybe 6 months, no less than 4, if apple sticks to its rough routine of updates) will definitely not have an I5. Not even the 2 lower end iMacs have i5's.My guess is that when the iMacs get a processor upgrade, we'll see the mac minis get the next generation processors. Of course now with the new sandybridge chipset coming out, it'll essentially be an update to keep only 1 step behind the curve rather than 2...Still, for the majority of users, the core 2 duo's in the mac mini are decent enough. While the price-point and usage is insulting to customers, in reality most people overestimate how powerful of a processor they need. The next generation of mac minis (which should be here in maybe 6 months, no less than 4, if apple sticks to its rough routine of updates) will definitely not have an I5. Not even the 2 lower end iMacs have i5's.My guess is that when the iMacs get a processor upgrade, we'll see the mac minis get the next generation processors. Of course now with the new sandybridge chipset coming out, it'll essentially be an update to keep only 1 step behind the curve rather than 2...Still, for the majority of users, the core 2 duo's in the mac mini are decent enough. While the... » Read More The next generation of mac minis (which should be here in maybe 6 months, no less than 4, if apple sticks to its rough routine of updates) will definitely not have an I5. Not even the 2 lower end iMacs have i5's.My guess is that when the iMacs get a processor upgrade, we'll see the mac minis get the next generation processors. Of course now with the new sandybridge chipset coming out, it'll essentially be an update to keep only 1 step behind the curve rather than 2...Still, for the majority of users, the core 2 duo's in the mac mini are decent enough. While the price-point and usage is insulting to customers, in reality most people overestimate how powerful of a processor they need. « Show Less